Cocktails with the Curators-Happy Hour with the Red Wolves

5400 North Pearl Street,Tacoma WA 98407

16 October, 2021

Description

A new year. A new event - Same fun! Join us on Saturday, October 16th for Happy Hour at the Zoo. This is a new year which means a new way of doing things. Join us on October 16, 2021 and come out for an evening of fun, great sips, and bites in a new format coming together to support the Dr. Holly Reed Wildlife Conservation Fund. This event is outdoors - rain or shine! This event is for 21+ ages only. Cocktails with the Curators Happy Hour offers a unique opportunity to interact with our Red wolf keepers and learn about the species that Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium brought back from extinction and continues to be a leader in its recovery both in Zoos and in the wild. Enjoy seeing animals, sips and tastes from local partners, interacting with keepers and special guests, artist Dale Weiler and Loti Woods of Weiler Woods for Wildlife. Learn why they have dedicated their works of art to this amazing American species. Proceeds from this event will support the Zoo and the Dr. Holly Reed Wildlife Conservation Fund - the heart of what Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium is known for. Want to help support conservation? All donations made during the event will be matched by a generous donor and our goal is to raise $10,000. Suggested donation amount is $100. What’s included in the ticket price:Cocktails with the Curators Happy Hour ($75) - Champagne greeting, animal encounters, signature cocktail, variety of sips & apps from local partners, meet and greet with the Red wolf keepers, and a special swag bag. Silent auction, raffle and a prize for the best FACE MASK. Only 75 tickets available. Featured Vendor Partners: Pelican Brewing, Blackfleet Brewing, 7 Seas Brewing, Puget Sound Cider Company, Elysian Brewing, Ghostfish Brewing, Browne Family Winery, and signature cocktail by Brown-Forman. FAQ'sAre there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?-Yes, this is a 21+ older event. ID is required, regardless of age. What is the attire?-This is a casual event. Wear comfortable/weather permitting shoes and jackets. There will be a FACE MASK contest this year! Face Masks under current guidelines will be required and safe social distancing enforced. What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?-There is ample parking available at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium for this event or Uber, Lyft or carpool. Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?--No. We are an environmentally conscious organization, so we ask that bring your ticket on your mobile device. Printed tickets will also be accepted. You will be required to register with a credit card should you wish to participate in a raffle or special opportunity that night. There will be no cash transactions for tickets or any activity or item offered by The Zoo Society. Is it okay if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?-Yes as long as the guest is over 21. The check-in process may be delayed in order to update the guest information in our event software. What if I don’t drink alcohol?-There will be Pepsi products available for our guests who do not drink alcohol as well as fantastic food from local restaurant partners. How can I contact the organizer with any questions?-Please direct any event related questions to Lisa Johnson, Sr. Development Director at 253.404.3651 or via email at [email protected] What's the refund policy?-If you are unable to attend, the value of the ticket, minus any fees, will be converted into a donation to support Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. You will receive a letter for tax purposes within 2 weeks of the event. There will be no refunds unless the event is cancelled. The event is rain or shine! The Zoo Society engages our community in support of the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium’s education, conservation, research and preservation efforts through the Pacific Northwest, the Pacific Rim and beyond.